Jordan Independence Day

Jordan Independence Day

May 25

A treaty signed on this day in 1946 established the constitutional monarchy of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan and secured the nation's independence from Great Britain.
Parades through the capital city of Amman mark the celebrations of this national holiday.

CONTACTS:
Jordan Embassy
3504 International Dr. N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20008
202-966-2664; fax: 202-966-3110
www.jordanembassyus.org

SOURCES:
AnnivHol-2000, p. 87
NatlHolWrld-1968, p. 69
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